Abstract
Three major objectives, develop viable gene drive mechanisms, identify the epidemiologically significant vectors of pathogens in specific transmission zones, and introgress effector genes into specific populations, must be met in order to move to the field laboratory advances in genetic control strategies.
Original language | English (US) |
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Title of host publication | Bridging Laboratory and Field Research for Genetic Control of Disease Vectors |
Publisher | Springer Netherlands |
Pages | 149-155 |
Number of pages | 7 |
ISBN (Print) | 9781402038006 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - 2006 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Gene drive
- Genetic control
- Mosquitoes
- Population replacement
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- General Medicine